Latest Rajasthan Chief Minister News & Updates

Jaipur, July 24 (IANS) Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma on Friday said the state government’s zero‑tolerance policy against examination malpractices has ensured that no paper leak incidents have occurred in the last two‑and‑a‑half years, helping restore the confidence of lakhs of job aspirants. He also said the government has provided 1.78 lakh government jobs and facilitated employment for nearly 4.5 lakh youths in the private sector, asserting that employment generation and …

Jaipur, July 20 (IANS) Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma said that completing development projects within the stipulated timeframe and ensuring timely delivery of benefits to the public are among the state government’s highest priorities. He asserted that negligence or delay in these responsibilities will not be tolerated and directed officials to stop offering excuses for lapses. Instead, they must expedite development works while adhering to a strict policy of “Zero Tolerance.”The …

Jaipur, July 18 (IANS) A day after holding a Gram Vikas Chaupal at Tilanesh Gram Panchayat in Nagaur’s Degana subdivision, Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma started his Saturday morning schedule with walking through the village lanes, interacting with residents and addressing their concerns on the spot.During his visit, the Chief Minister met women engaged in weeding agricultural fields and spoke to them about farming practices and their daily lives. The women explained that they follow …

Jaipur, July 13 (IANS) Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma on Monday directed the Police Department to adopt a zero-tolerance approach towards crime, making it clear that Range Inspectors General (IGs) and Superintendents of Police (SPs) will be held directly accountable for maintaining law and order in their respective jurisdictions.Chairing a high-level review meeting at his residence, the Chief Minister instructed police officers to move beyond routine arrests and focus on dismantling …

Jaipur, July 2 (IANS) The Rajasthan High Court has sought a detailed report from the state government and prison authorities on the murder of dacoit Jagan Gurjar inside Ajmer High-Security Jail, expressing serious concern over prison security and alleged criminal activities operating from within jails.A Division Bench comprising Acting Chief Justice S.P. Sharma and Justice Manish Sharma issued the directions while hearing a suo motu case on prison reforms.The Bench directed the government to exp…

Jaipur, June 29 (IANS) Notorious dacoit Jagan Gurjar, who was found dead inside Ajmer’s High-Security Prison on Monday, first grabbed national headlines in 2008 after allegedly threatening to blow up the Dholpur residence of the then Rajasthan Chief Minister, Vasundhara Raje, with explosives.The threat catapulted him into the national spotlight and intensified efforts by law enforcement agencies to track him down.Jagan was born in Bhavutipura village in Dholpur district and reportedly earned his…

Jaipur, June 19 (IANS) Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma on Friday issued a stern warning against delays in public utility projects, stating that administrative laxity affecting services such as water supply, electricity, healthcare and roads would not be tolerated.Chairing the sixth ‘Raj Unnati’ meeting at the Chief Minister’s Office, Sharma said officials would be held accountable for delays in project execution and face strict action where necessary.Reviewing the progress of key deve…

Jaipur, June 3 (IANS) Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma has directed officials to intensify the state’s campaign against drug trafficking by dismantling organised narcotics networks, targeting the illegal assets of drug mafias and strengthening surveillance in border areas.Chairing a high-level review meeting of the Home Department on Wednesday, he called for strict action against illegal vehicle modifications and emphasised the need to transform the resolve for a “Drug-Free Rajasthan…

Jaipur, May 25 (IANS) Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma on Monday launched the ‘Vande Ganga Jal Sanrakshan-Jan Abhiyan – 2026’ from Bisalpur Dam in Tonk on the occasion of Ganga Dashami.The Chief Minister performed Jal Pujan at Bisalpur Dam amid Vedic chants and prayed for abundant rainfall across the state. He later visited the Bisaldev Mahadev Temple and offered prayers for the happiness, prosperity and well-being of the people of Rajasthan.The statewide campaign will run from May…

Jaipur, May 22 (IANS) Rajasthan Chief Minister, Bhajanlal Sharma, on Friday announced that the State Government will launch the ‘Vande Ganga Water Conservation Campaign’ from Ganga Dussehra on May 25, with a special focus on water conservation and rainwater harvesting in rural areas.Emphasising the importance of public participation, the Chief Minister said effective rainwater management and preservation of ponds can significantly help address water scarcity in villages and improve groundwater…